Senior Manager, Trade Contract Advisory (REMOTE)

Role Summary

Supports the development and execution of strategic advisory on Trade‑related topics (pharmaceutical purchasing and contracting) for the PBM Client Underwriting organization. Contributes to strategies by analyzing market intelligence and data insights, partnering with cross‑functional stakeholders, and delivering actionable recommendations. Manages processes and ensures consistent delivery of insights to support business outcomes.

What You Will Do

• Provide strategic advisory on Trade implications of PBM client pricing strategies and client requests, partnering with cross‑functional stakeholders to address business needs
• Contribute formulary, rebate, and other Trade insights to inform Underwriting RFP strategy and enhance rebate value for prospects and renewing clients
• Ensure Trade‑related contractual requirements are appropriately addressed within RFP responses
• Provide input on key Underwriting assumptions that may impact future rebate value
• Analyze and apply market intelligence to support strategies for formulary initiatives
• Partner with Trade, Underwriting, and Finance teams to support Connected PBM Ecosystem initiatives and ensure alignment across functions
• Maintain and improve processes related to RFP support, advisory workflows, and Trade‑related deliverables

Minimum Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant work experience
• Strong execution and delivery skills (planning, organizing, and supporting workstreams)
• 5+ years experience with pharmacy benefit management, prescription drug rebates, prescription drug spend, pharmacy rebate knowledge, and/or formulary strategies
• Strong analytical and business intelligence capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills with sound judgment
• Growth mindset with willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills with ability to clearly convey insights and recommendations

Education

• Bachelor's degree required; or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and redlining contract language, in partnership with Legal, to manage risk and align with business objectives
• Exposure and/or knowledge of the evolving pharmaceutical regulatory environment

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is: $67,900.00 – $182,549.00. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short‑term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.

Benefits

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.